Tag: Menstruation
Elagolix Cuts Heavy Menstrual Bleeding in Women With Fibroids
Significantly fewer women receiving elagolix plus add-back hormone tx versus placebo had heavy bleeding
Abnormal Menstrual Cycle Linked to Elevated Mortality
Women reporting irregular menstrual cycle at 14 to 17, 18 to 22 more likely to die from any causes
Menstrual Cycles More Varied Than Previously Thought
Tracking basal body temperature and other parameters improves accuracy of ovulation detection
Early Menarche Linked to Risk for T2DM in Rural Chinese Women
Risk for diabetes increased for early menarche group; association partially mediated by adult BMI
Menstrual Cups Seem Safe for Menstruation Management
Leakage similar or lower for menstrual cups versus disposable pads or tampons
Productivity Loss Sizable With Menstruation-Related Symptoms
More than 80 percent of respondents reported presenteeism with 8.9 days lost productivity per year
Shorter Reproductive Span May Up Risk for Dementia in Women
Dementia risk increased for menarche age ≥16 versus 13.0 years, natural menopause at <47.4 years
Low-Income Women Lack Menstrual Hygiene Supplies
One in five low-income women in St. Louis cannot afford products on a monthly basis
Recalled Kotex Tampons Can Unravel Inside Body
Small number of reports include infections, vaginal irritation, localized vaginal injury
New Guidance Addresses Early Dx of Dysmenorrhea in Adolescents
Endometriosis is most common cause of secondary dysmenorrhea, looks different in teens than adults
